Couple indicted on pot trafficking, attempted child neglect charges

ROGERSVILLE — A Kingsport couple will be arraigned Friday in Hawkins County Criminal court on charges including marijuana trafficking and attempted child neglect of a 5-year-old girl.

Brandon Ryan Lynch, 30, and Jackilyne O'Donna Lynch, 33, both of 3421 Watterson street No. 77, Kingsport, were each named in a four count Hawkins County Grand Jury sealed indictment on Dec. 4, although the indictment warrants weren't served until Tuesday.

They were both charged with possession of marijuana with intent to deliver within 1,000 feet of a public park, maintaining a dwelling where narcotics are used or sold, possession of drug paraphernalia and attempted child neglect.